Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 08/01/2025

Bridge the Block Inc. ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or participate in our programs.

Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- School or organization affiliation
- Program interests and participation details
- Volunteer applications and background information
- Donation information (processed securely through third-party providers)

Information Collected Automatically:
- Website usage data (pages visited, time spent)
-  IP address and browser information
- Cookies for website functionality

How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and improve our educational programs
- Communicate about classes, events, and opportunities
- Process donations and send tax receipts
- Send newsletters and program updates (with your consent)
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirementsEnsure participant safety in our programs

Information Sharing
We DO NOT sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.We may share information only when:Required by law or legal processNecessary for program administration with partner schools/organizationsWith service providers who help us operate (email services, payment processors) under strict confidentiality agreementsWith your explicit consent

Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information, including:
Secure servers and encrypted data transmissionLimited access to personal informationRegular security reviews and updatesSecure disposal of outdated records

Your Rights
You have the right to:Access, update, or delete your personal informationOpt out of marketing communicationsRequest information about how your data is usedFile a complaint about our privacy practices

Children's Privacy
We comply with COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act). For participants under 13, we obtain parental consent before collecting personal information. Parents can review, update, or delete their child's information at any time.

Contact Us
For privacy questions or to exercise your rights:
Email: admin@bridgetheblock.org
Phone: (464) 258-0303

Address:
8 The Green STE A
Dover, DE 19901

This policy may be updated periodically. We will notify you of significant changes via email or website notice.